Explore Your Turf With A South Florida Weekend Getaway

When you have something to look forward to, time just seems to go faster. What better excitement is there to fixate on than a Florida Keys weekend getaway? Get your swim gear and walking shoes ready to go. We've got your stress-free escape prepared. From ghost tours to glass-bottomed boat excursions, there is an escapade for every personality.

Let's have a peek into your future.

Bahia Honda State Park

One of the best ways to connect with nature in the Florida Keys is Bahia Honda State Park. Due to the innovative thinking of Henry Flagler over a century ago, Bahia Honda Key has become the paradisal port of call that it is today. The daily entry fee is $8 per vehicle, which opens everyone aboard up for an adventure. Got a boat? You can bring it along too, for $10. For extra convenience, download a site map that covers all 400 acres to your smart device.

Here's a taste of some of the experiences available at this Florida state park:

  • Birding

  • Camping

  • Fishing

  • Geocaching

  • Hiking

  • Scuba Diving

Dry Tortugas National Park

If you are looking for this site on a map, it might take you a moment to locate. With the only ferry to the park taking off from Key West, Dry Tortugas is a great place to enjoy an abundance of scenic pursuits. From a walk back in time to swimming with the fishes, here's what you can expect to have available to partake in while visiting:

  • Tour Fort Jefferson

  • Guided Ranger Tours

  • Loggerhead Key

  • Camping

  • Boating

  • Paddleboarding

  • Snorkeling

If you arrive by ferry, the cost of admission to this national park is included in the ferry ticket. Camping fees are not included. If you arrive by seaplane or another boat, the fee is $15 per person.

Mallory Square

Perhaps you're gravitating more towards a relaxing trip with more of a focus on treating yourself to shopping and leisurely sunset dinners. Less than a two-hour drive from The Islands of Islamorada, Mallory Square has a multitude of ways to keep you occupied at your own pace. Here's an overview of how you can spend a day or more in this part of Key West:

  • Tours

  • Watersports

  • Shopping

  • Sunset Cruises

  • Art Galleries

  • Museums

  • Fine Dining

These three options are just a sample of all the extravagant and venturesome diversions you can fall into along the South Florida coastline. If you can almost feel the sand beneath your toes, this is the sign you needed to actually plan a much-needed respite.

Fly away from the weekly grind and book a trip to The Islands of Islamorada. Not only are you just a short distance from all of these outings, but you'll have exclusive access to private pools and beaches, a waterfront bar, fitness activities, and even a luxury spa. The amenities alone are enough to keep you busy without ever needing to leave the property. After a weekend of exploration and amusement, bring your stay to a close with the calming waves and unparalleled ocean views just outside your door.

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